Yearly Archives: 2023
A note from Edwina Doe
Posted on 5th October 2023Edwina was the Editor of the Bulletin at various times from 1983 to 1990 and again from 2003 to 2012. For this and her continuing service as a proofreader for the Bulletin, Edwina received a large bouquet of native flowers.
The new members of the Management Committee
Posted on 5th October 2023Angela Hallinan, Glen Powell and Tim Hesketh are the new members of the Management Committee, and they will bring valuable experience to the job. Here are some biographical details on each of them, as well as the new President, Duncan Leys.
A message from the new President, Duncan Leys
Posted on 5th October 2023Duncan Leys, the Society’s newly-elected President, offered his thanks at the AGM for the advice and support of members of the Management Committee. He said that the Presidency was an honour which he felt he had not yet earned, but committed to ‘earning his stripes’ by reaching out to people and organisations who shared common goals with the Society.
54th Annual General Meeting of the Glebe Society 2023
Posted on 5th October 2023The 54th Annual General Meeting of the Glebe Society elected a new president and three new members of the Management Committee. Guest speaker Kobi Shetty said that the Minns Government needs to take a more proactive role in the oversight and funding of public housing.
Transport and Traffic Subcommittee Annual Report 2022-2023
Posted on 5th October 2023Continuing complaints by residents about the Bridge Road cycleway, and concern about the extra traffic generated by the new Sydney Fish Market, are issues covered in this report.
Community Development Subcommittee Annual Report 2022-2023
Posted on 5th October 2023The Community Development Subcommittee is planning a silent auction with proceeds going to Centipede, the out of school hours care program operating at Glebe Public School.
Communications Subcommittee Annual Report 2022-2023
Posted on 5th October 2023Now in its 54th year, the Bulletin continues to keep members informed about the activities and concerns of the Society and includes engaging articles about people and places remembered for their connection to our local community. The Society’s social media presence continues to grow and increases our reach beyond our membership.
President’s annual report 2022-2023
Posted on 5th October 2023After two years as President of the Society, Ian Stephenson is stepping down. But his commitment and capability will continue in his other role as Convenor of the Planning Subcommittee. In his report to the AGM, Ian spoke of the Society’s many achievements over the past two years.
In Focus photo competition – September 2023
Posted on 29th August 2023The verdict is in! We have a winner in our competition for this month’s best photo of Glebe or Forest Lodge.
Blue Plaque nomination #17: 11 Lyndhurst Street Glebe, once home to Robert Askin
Posted on 29th August 2023NSW Premier Robert Askin lived in Glebe from 1920 to 1931. He’s probably not our favourite son, but the Glebe Society will nominate his home for a Blue Plaque.
Researching your house – update
Posted on 29th August 2023Want to know the history of your house? Guidelines and records are readily available. Historical photographs, maps and Council records which cover Glebe and Forest Lodge are online at the City of Sydney website.
The Glebe Art Show 2023
Posted on 28th August 2023A prize of $3000 will go to the winner of this year’s Glebe Art Show. And there’s $500 to be won for the Character of Glebe competition.
A visit to a very special residence
Posted on 28th August 2023Inside one of Glebe’s newest houses. Putting the focus on modern design rather than heritage buildings, Glebe Society members had the opportunity in July to visit a contemporary award-winning private residence in Glebe.
Bidura: Development Application recap and update
Posted on 28th August 2023Bidura, the heritage listed former home of architect Edmund Blacket on Glebe Point Road s now on offer for short term lease.
Mystery photo: September 2023
Posted on 28th August 2023Try your hand at this month’s mystery photo. Where are we and what’s going on?
From the President: September 2023
Posted on 28th August 2023The Glebe Society has been very fortunate to have Ian Stephenson at the helm for the last two years. In his final report he reviews the Society’s activities and thanks members for their support.
Planning Subcommittee Annual Report 2022-2023
Posted on 27th August 2023Ian Stephenson, who steps down as President of the Society at this year’s AGM, has had a busy year wearing his other hat as Convenor of the Planning subcommittee.
New Sydney Fish Market Community Consultative Committee Annual Report 2022-2023
Posted on 27th August 2023The CCC achieved its biggest win this year, successfully objecting to raising Bridge Road in front of the new Sydney Fish Market. Members of the CCC argued raising Bridge Road would result in months of traffic disruption and could result in worse flooding at the Wentworth Park Road and Bridge Road intersection.
Heritage Subcommittee Annual Report 2022-2023
Posted on 27th August 2023The Glebe Society’s Heritage Subcommittee is tasked with improving the amenity of Glebe and Forest Lodge by opposing development detrimental to heritage values or contrary to community interests; with encouraging sound town planning, architectural and conservation practices; and stimulating interest in the history and character of Glebe and Forest Lodge.
Blue Wren Subcommittee Annual Report 2022-2023
Posted on 27th August 2023This year, the tenth annual Glebe/Forest Lodge spring bird survey counted birds in 10 different locations. 33 different bird species were identified, equally the highest diversity of species recorded over the last 10 years. The two most common birds were again the native Noisy Miner and the Rainbow Lorikeet.
Celebrating Peru Perumal, a major figure in Glebe’s conservation
Posted on 17th August 2023The Glebe Society is delighted to have received a substantial donation in memory of Peru Perumal. Peru was elected our President in 1972 and was a major figure in the conservation of Glebe.
Glebe Society’s 2023 Annual General Meeting
Posted on 2nd August 2023The Glebe Society AGM was held at the Glebe Town Hall on Sunday 3 September at 10-12 noon. Kobi Shetty MP for Balmain was the guest speaker. Read the various annual reports here as well as the minutes from last year’s AGM.
From the President, August 2023
Posted on 2nd August 2023In his monthly report, Ian Stephenson, President of the Glebe Society, supports prominent architects who strongly favour the retention and repair of public housing, rather than its demolition and replacement with new construction.
Updates on current DAs in Glebe and Forest Lodge: August 2023
Posted on 2nd August 2023Updates about development applications (DAs) for a group of buildings in Forest and Ross Street Forest Lodge; and the R J Williams (Wesley Mission) building at 274-276 Glebe Point Road.
In Focus photo competition
Posted on 2nd August 2023Shutterbugs rejoice! The Glebe Society announces an annual photo competition. Here’s a chance for Society members with a camera to enter a competition for the best photo of Glebe or Forest Lodge.
A letter from Lodge Street
Posted on 1st August 2023His mother didn’t want him to go, but Glebe’s Frank Hurley persuaded Douglas Mawson to employ him as the official photographer on the 1911 Antarctic expedition.
Blue Plaque nomination #16: ‘Lyndhurst’, 61 Darghan Street Glebe
Posted on 1st August 2023It has been an Anglican college, a Catholic college, a laundry, an ice cream factory, and a printing works. It was set for demolition in 1972, but historic Lyndhurst in Darghan Street was saved by the Glebe Society and other community groups for restoration. Lyndhurst was nominated by the Society to be considered for a Blue Plaque.
Glebe Walks: Two recent visits
Posted on 31st July 2023In June and July, members enjoyed tours of the University of Sydney’s heritage architecture and the Chau Chak Wing Museum led by an archaeologist. Guided tours of Pyrmont’s industrial waterfront and the Villas of Glebe and Forest Lodge are planned for September and October.
The Hill: HAZMAT clothing required
Posted on 31st July 2023The Blue Wren Subcommittee is considering asking City of Sydney Council to allow the employment of an asbestos assessor to deal with contamination issues while installing wildlife monitoring devices.
Care finders available to help with aged care
Posted on 30th July 2023Do you or anyone in your family need help understanding or accessing aged care? It’s available.
